Green-winged Teal Watching in Oregon

The smallest of the dabbling ducks in North America, the Green-winged Teal is very common in Oregon, especially during fall and winter. They resemble a smaller mallard, and are best differentiated by the iridescent green patch on their wings. The Green-winged Teal will typically breed and spend summers in Canada and the northern midwestern United States, but during the colder months they can often be found in large groups in Oregon.The Green-winged Teal typically eats submerged plantlife in wetlands, but is also known to forage on dry land for seeds and plants that live near water. A very similar Eurasian Teal is sometimes present in Oregon, and these are noted for having a white stripe on their back instead of along the shoulder.

Habitats for Green-winged Teals

The Green-winged Teal prefers to spend its days and feed in sheltered marshlands rather than in open waters. They nest on the ground, usually at the edge of the water, but their nests are well hidden. Green-winged teals are commonly found in the Tualatin National Wildlife Refuge among other places in the area, but are not known to breed in the state.

Best seasons to see Green-winged Teals in Oregon

During fall and winter they are often found in large and boisterous groups in the right environment. In spring they are also found, though in smaller numbers, and during summer their sightings are rare, as they generally fly to Canada for breeding.

Green-winged Teals in Oregon summary

Typical habitat: Sheltered marshlands
Seasons: Mostly fall and winter
Abundance: Very common in season

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